Skilled Trades Worker

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

The University of Georgia Facilities Management Division is the largest of seven (7) divisions reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration. The exceptional staff of over 900 personnel within the division manage, operate and maintain campus landscapes, buildings and infrastructure to promote the long-term sustainability of the University.

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM On occasion, employee may be required to perform duties after hours (evenings and weekends) due to emergency situations or planned work.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, formal training programs, or on-the-job training. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

This is specialized work involving operating, installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing chemical water treatment systems for closed and open water HVAC systems and the maintenance of campus HVAC cooling towers. Maintains cooling towers by replacing and repairing box louvers, float valves and tower caulking; cleans and paints towers periodically; adjusts water flow in distribution boxes. Performs maintenance on the chemical station by replacing and repairing pumps, pump heads, valves, chemical lines, diaphragms, motor switches, pump wiring, timers and controls. Tests water to maintain correct chemical levels; runs tests on condenser water, tests pH, T.S., inhibitor and algaecide chemicals. Keeps reports on chemical use and results of the daily water tests; maintains log books on times and dates of jobs performed; inventories chemical supplies and machinery parts.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Maintains cooling towers by replacing and repairing box louvers, float valves and tower caulking; cleans and paints towers periodically; adjusts water flow in distribution boxes.

Performs maintenance on the chemical station by replacing and repairing pumps, pump heads, valves, chemical lines, diaphragms, motor switches, pump wiring, timers and controls.

Tests water to maintain correct chemical levels; runs tests on condenser water, tests pH, T.S., inhibitor and algaecide chemicals.

Keeps reports on chemical use and results of the daily water tests; maintains log books on times and dates of jobs performed; inventories chemical supplies and machinery parts.

Assists other technical personnel when needed.